The SPARKS Network

The SPARKS Network brings together public bodies, private sector and not-for-profit groups concerned with traffic enforcement in EU member states.

Members receive regular updates on network activities and participate in a programme of activities including seminars, working groups, site visits and research.

Latest News

3 March 2010

Transport authorities on both sides of Irish border announce reciprocal data sharing pilot for parking and road tolls

The new scheme means drivers who ignore parking penalties or toll charges will have details passed across the border to the relevant foreign authority.

Webcast with HMCS & European Commission

UK & EU officials joined SPARKS to discuss cross border enforcement laws that have just come into force in the UK.

Click here to access the recording.

FRV Research

Research highlights huge increase in foreign registered vehicles entering the UK.

According to a study commissioned by SPARKS FRVs entering the UK have doubled in the last 10 years.

In the Media

Britain puts the brakes on cross border crime plan

Foreign drivers use loophole to pay only £100 for insurance

Channel traffic rises 4%

VOSA's ability to tackle foreign haulers questioned

Millions lost in parking fines to FRVs

Driver records may be shared across the EU